Dr Kelly Fleming

Life is a journey, each person's journey is unique.

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  • Living with Mental Health issues and Physical Disabilities

    I am physically disabled and I have mental health issues. I know I’m not the only person in this situation. But what happens when stress of daily life starts to take its toll? For someone who has only mental health issues, it can be devastating. It can cause depression or anxiety. It completely changes their… Read more

  • Disability is not synonymous with Inability

    I know I’ve covered the “despite your disability” comment in the past, but it simply amazes me as to the ignorance of some people towards disabled people. Still, in 2023, there are individuals who have a hard time acknowledging the fact that disabled people are in most ways, the same as non-disabled people. We have… Read more

  • Who Am I?

    “How would you describe yourself to someone who can’t see you?”To answer the question is by harder than some may think. I have a number of friends who are blind. Personally I have low vision and considered legally blind. As a disabled person, one might think that it is rather easy to describe myself to… Read more

  • Being Orthodox

    Orthodox is a lifestyle not just a religion I was an Orthodox Jew. Now I’m a Jewish Orthodox Christian. Orthodox life (Jewish or Christian) is a lifestyle, not just a faith or religion. It’s my identity. My day from the moment I wake up until I go to sleep revolves around Orthodox life. Prayers, the… Read more

  • Loneliness

    Everyone at some point in time feels lonely. You can be surrounded by people you love and care about but even then, loneliness creeps in. For me, loss has come in many forms : Loneliness is difficult to handle. You may have lots of tools in your toolbox to help you make it through but… Read more

  • Trust

    What quality do you value most in a friend?Trust The most valuable thing in any friendship is trust. Trust comes with respect. When a person respects another, there is a strong bond of trust established between the two. Trust allows open communication between people. Trust provides an unbreakable bond. When trust and respect are damaged… Read more